YHA Buttermere

Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9XA
YHA Buttermere entrance

Overview

Set in an unrivalled position, overlooking the lake and surrounded by some of the highest mountains in England, YHA Buttermere is a fabulous base for a holiday in the Lake District. There are fantastic walks to suit all abilities direct from the door, including Haystacks, made famous by Alfred Wainwright.

Gentle family walks around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water can be found and for the more adventurous, there is great wild swimming potential. Buttermere also offers great cycling routes, including gentle rides out towards the Loweswater Fells.

Why guests love YHA Buttermere

  • Overlooking Lake Buttermere
  • Grand, historic building
  • Great for walking

Accommodation at YHA Buttermere

YHA Buttermere Bedroom

Bed in a shared room

If you're happy to share, dorm rooms have multiple beds - ideal for budget breaks.

YHA Buttermere Bedroom

Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

Landpod in forest

Landpods

Enjoy the camping experience with some upgrades for added comfort in our Landpods.

YHA Buttermere Camping Area

Pitch-up camping

Bring your own tent and get closer to the great outdoors. You can't beat camping!

YHA Buttermere lounge

Hire the whole place

With YHA Exclusive Hire, you can take the entire building for you and your group.

YHA Buttermere entrance

Group bookings for 16+ guests

Let YHA take care of your stay with our group booking service.

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Food and drink at YHA Buttermere

Things to do around YHA Buttermere

Hostel facilities

  • Cycle store
  • Dining room
  • Free on-street parking
  • Free parking on premises
  • Games
  • Garden/grounds
  • Group meals
  • Library
  • Licensed bar
  • Meeting room(s)
  • Restaurant
  • Self-catering kitchen
  • Shared laundry room
  • Shared lounge
  • Unlimited breakfast
  • WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.

Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00. Meals are also available from 17:00 – 20:00.

Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.

Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.

Parking: Parking space for 18 cars on site. Additional free parking on road near base of Newlands Pass, 200m away.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Buttermere, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation or when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

YHA Buttermere - Access Statement

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Location of YHA Buttermere

YHA Buttermere

Map references

OS Map:
89
OS Grid Ref:
NY178168
Lat/Lng:
54.540418, -3.271598

Contact information

Volunteering

Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.  

The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.

Find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel through YHA volunteering

History

YHA Buttermere was built by local author Nicholas Size who wrote The Secret Valley, an historical account of local resistance to the Norman invasion in the 12th century. The hotel was given to YHA in 1956 as a memorial to King George VI.

Meet the team

We try to create a really friendly, informal and welcoming atmosphere at YHA Buttermere. Being in Buttermere allows us to get out onto the fells; in summer climbing, walking and fell running; in winter we try to make the most of what the weather offers us. In a good winter, Buttermere offers some great winter walking and climbing and, if there’s enough snow, you can drag a snowboard out for some Lakeland shredding!

Manager recommends: If you're on a walking holiday, the staff favourite is Rannerdale Knotts - for unbeatable views of the whole valley, finished off with an ice cream from Syke Farm. If you're looking for a rural retreat in a quieter corner of the lakes. Buttermere is great for both activity breaks and cheap family breaks.

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